workshops-

​LET'S PAINT A waterfall​BOB ROSS PAINTING WORKSHOP

​We all loved the PBS show "The Joy of Painting" with artist Bob Ross and now you too can create some happy little trees!

Join us for a fun and relaxing painting experience that is perfect for the complete beginner and the experienced painter.

Mark Saenger will walk you through step by step using the Bob Ross method of creating a wet on wet oil painting. By the end of the day, you will leave with your masterpiece ready to frame.

Mark is a certified Bob Ross teacher, having spent time learning personally from and having a friendship with him back in the early 90's. Learn the special techniques as seen on TV and remember there are no mistakes - just happy accidents!

All materials will be included to paint this project!

Please bring a roll of paper towels, lunch and something t

Let's Paint A Waterfall

$125.00

Bob Ross Painting Workshop

Saturday, April 4, 2020

10am-4pm

We all loved the PBS show "The Joy of Painting" with artist Bob Ross and now you too can create some happy little trees!

Join us for a fun and relaxing painting experience that is perfect for the complete beginner and the experienced painter.

Mark Saenger will walk you through step by step using the Bob Ross method of creating a wet on wet oil painting. By the end of the day, you will leave with your masterpiece ready to frame.

Mark is a certified Bob Ross teacher, having spent time learning personally from and having a friendship with him back in the early 90's. Learn the special techniques as seenon TV and remember there are no mistakes - just happy accidents!

the art of pysanky - ukrainian egg design

​ Ukrainian eggs or 'Pysanky' are decorated using beeswax and dyes that are applied in layers. Participants will learn techniques, designs, and historical significance of this process and go home with a beautiful egg. No experience is necessary and ages 12 through adult are welcome to register. Participants will be provided with eggs and decorating materials. Please bring an apron or old shirt and an egg carton to bring your egg home in.From Jennifer Santa Maria,I have taught Ukrainian egg decorating and techniques in a variety of settings to a wide audience, from children to seniors. I have instructed several groups and held demonstrations at the Belmar Arts Council, Thompson Park's Creative Arts Center, Fort Monmouth Rec Center, Colorest Art Supply, several Ocean County Libraries, Oakwood High School, Cowerks in Asbury Park, a teacher's retreat in Hampton, New Hampshire and at the Chapel of Sacred Mirrors in Wappingers Falls, NY.

Pysanky- Ukrainian Egg Design

$35.00

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THE ART OF PYSANKY (UKRANIAN EASTER EGGS)

WITH JENNIFER SANTA MARIA

SUNDAY APRIL 5 10AM - 12:30PM

​COST $35 SUPPLIES INCLUDED

​ Ukrainian eggs or 'Pysanky' are decorated using beeswax and dyes that are applied in layers. Participants will learn techniques, designs, and historical significance of this process and go home with a beautiful egg. No experience is necessary and ages 12 through adult are welcome to register. Participants will be provided with eggs and decorating materials. Please bring an apron or old shirt and an egg carton to bring your egg home in.

From Jennifer Santa Maria,

I have taught Ukrainian egg decorating and techniques in a variety of settings to a wide audience, from children to seniors. I have instructed several groups and held demonstrations at the Belmar Arts Council, Thompson Park's Creative Arts Center, Fort Monmouth Rec Center, Colorest Art Supply, several Ocean County Libraries, Oakwood High School, Cowerks in Asbury Park, a teacher's retreat in Hampton, New Hampshire and at the Chapel of Sacred Mirrors in Wappingers Falls, NY.

spring flowers in pastel

Instructor Dannielle MickSunday, April 19, 202010am - 3pm

Pastel is perhaps one of the most versatile and expressive mediums available. This workshop will focus on the process of building color and capturing light to achieve balance and simplicity in the values and colors of spring flowers.Working from photographs, simplification of the subject will be encourage. Exploration of hard and soft pastels will be discussed. Demonstrations and class critique will round out this informative workshop.

Spring Flowers in Pastel

$125.00

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with Artist Dannielle Mick

Sunday, April 19, 10am-3pm

Pastel is perhaps one of the most versatile and expressive mediums available.This workshop will focus on the process of building color and capturing light to achieve balance and simplicity in the values and colors of spring flowers.

Working from photographs, simplification of the subject will be encourage. Exploration of hard and soft pastels will be discussed. Demonstrations and class critique will round out this informative workshop.

Students must bring their own supplies and an apron. Pack a bag lunch or snack.

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

Value Workshop

with Artist Lucy Kalian Date: coming soon

​“Value is the most important aspect of color theory and painting. The function of Value is to tell us how light or how dark a given color is. Value relationships among colors are critical in perceiving form. So understanding and training one’s eye to “see” value is an essential discipline in painting!” Tony Curanaj - artist and teacher Each day, I will lecture briefly and give demonstrations when relevant. On day one, each student will mix a string of values from one (black) to ten (white). With a string of mixed neutral values, students will then make value paintings of various objects. The focus will be on building visual sensitivity to the values found in all forms, whether neutral or chromatic. Material List: Colorest Art Supply (Red Bank) has specified supplies

Value Workshop with Artist Lucy Kalian

$250.00

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coming soon

“Value is the most important aspect of color theory and painting. The function of Value is to tell us how light or how dark a given color is. Value relationships among colors are critical in perceiving form. So understanding and training one’s eye to “see” value is an essential discipline in painting!” Tony Curanaj - artist and teacher

Each day, Lucy kalian will lecture briefly and give demonstrations when relevant. On day one, each student will mix a string of values from one (black) to ten (white). With a string of mixed neutral values, students will then make value paintings of various objects. The focus will be on building visual sensitivity to the values found in all forms, whether neutral or chromatic.

Logical Color Mixing for Painters Part II

​with Artist Lucy Kaliancoming soon

Taking the basic principles from Logical Color Mixing for Painters, this workshop will apply theMunsell Color System directly to the painting process. Participants will learn how to apply their skills in color mixing, Hue, Value, and Chroma to create a painting using an object of their choice. Bring your favorite paints, along with your object (keep it simple - we only have three days total), and see how you can develop your artistic eye for color selection. Basic drawing knowledge is helpful. Beginners are welcome and would benefit if they have taken the Value Workshop prior. Those who have completed Logical Color Mixing for Painters Part I will be given advanced exercises. By the end of this workshop, participants will have accrued a knowledge base allowing them to paint with more color confidence when back in their own studios.

One hour lunch break each day.

Logical Color Mixing for Painters Part II with Artist Lucy Kalian

$350.00

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coming soon

Taking the basic principles from Logical Color Mixing for Painters, this workshop will apply the

Munsell Color System directly to the painting process. Participants will learn how to apply their

skills in color mixing, Hue, Value, and Chroma to create a painting using an object of their

choice. Bring your favorite paints, along with your object (keep it simple - we only have three

days total), and see how you can develop your artistic eye for color selection. Basic drawing

knowledge is helpful. Beginners are welcome and would benefit if they have taken the Value

Workshop prior. Those who have completed Logical Color Mixing for Painters Part I will be

given advanced exercises. By the end of this workshop, participants will have accrued a

knowledge base allowing them to paint with more color confidence when back in their own

studios.

One hour lunch break each day.

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

Two day landscape workshop

Students have called him the "Best Kept Secret" as he is one of those true instructors that can translate his knowledge to a level where the students understand. This workshop will cut years off participant's learning curve.

Mark Saenger is an award winning artist maintaining a studio in NJ.Student will learn....How to take their work to the next level.

The workshop is designed with lecture, teacher demos and lots of individual attention.This is a formula for a very successful workshop.In lecture we will cover topics crucial to achieving paintings that create "Magical look" of light we all want in our work.Values, Edges, Atmosphere & Brushwork along with the importance of Color Temperature & Composition will all be covered.We will discuss the Prism of Light and how it relates and affects the landscape planes & other important skills required creating dynamic light effects will be explored.Painting "Plein Air" can be frustration and painting from photos can be misleading, we will also go over these topics....This workshop is great for someone starting out or the painter who wants to take their work to the next level.

Limited seating, sign up TODAY!

Mark will be working in oils but acrylics are welcome too.

Logical Color Mixing for Painterswith Artist Lucy KalianFriday November 8 - Sunday November 109am-4pm dailyCost: $350Many hours are spent at the easel attempting guesses at color that end in circles of frustration. There are numerous ways to approach color and design. This workshop focuses on rational color mixing, using the Munsell Color System as reference. Participants will learn to analyze subjects by noting levels of Hue, Value, and Chroma. The class time will consist of discussions, demonstrations and practical exercises.By the end of the workshop, you will be armed with knowledge and experience that will help you with solving color puzzles in your future paintings.One hour lunch break each day.​

Logical Color Mixing for Painters

$350.00

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Logical Color Mixing for Painters

instructor Lucy Kalian

November 8-November 10

Many hours are spent at the easel attempting guesses at color that end in circles of frustration. There are numerous ways to approach color and design. This workshop focuses on rational color mixing, using the Munsell Color System as reference. Participants will learn to analyze subjects by noting levels of Hue, Value, and Chroma.

The class time will consist of discussions, demonstrations and practical exercises.

By the end of the workshop, you will be armed with knowledge and experience that will help you with solving color puzzles in your future paintings.

No refunds/ all sales final.

Materials are not supplied with classes unless stated in description. Please call or stop by to receive materials list. Some class lists may be substituted for materials you may already have. we're happy to discuss those possibilities with you.

All students receive an in-store 20% discount on materials(some exclusions do apply). Please mention you are a registered student at Colorest to associate.

In the event a class minimum is not met we reserve the right to cancel the class at least one day prior to start. In which a full refund will be given.

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In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001